Springfield, Mo. – Southwest Missouri will see a noticeable shift in temperatures next week, but the change won’t bring the rainfall the region badly needs. After another stretch of 80s and low 90s through the weekend, highs are expected to dip into the mid-70s by Monday and Tuesday.
According to the National Weather Service in Springfield, the area will remain locked in a dry pattern, with the latest U.S. Drought Monitor showing abnormally dry to moderate drought conditions expanding across much of southern Missouri. The lack of widespread rain is expected to worsen soil moisture loss and stress on crops in Greene, Christian, and surrounding counties.
Outdoor burn restrictions may be extended if the dry stretch continues, and residents are urged to avoid unnecessary burning. Farmers and ranchers may face growing concerns over pasture and water supplies as the week progresses.
Drivers should also note that the cooler mornings—some dropping into the 50s by early next week—could create patchy fog in low-lying valleys.
Drought advisories remain in place, and forecasters do not anticipate significant rainfall through at least midweek.
